Sakib is known as a brilliant student in his class. However, for the past few months, he has been struggling to remember things. Despite studying, he finds himself unable to write anything during exams. Gradually, he even starts forgetting his friends\u2019 names. The situation worsens when he realizes that he can\u2019t recall his phone number!<\/p>\n
This gradual memory loss and cognitive decline is known as dementia<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Let\u2019s explore what dementia is and how it affects people.<\/p>\n Dementia is a neurological condition that affects memory, thinking, and reasoning abilities. It primarily impacts older individuals, but aging itself is not the sole cause. The brain\u2019s neurons gradually decline with age, and certain diseases can accelerate this process, leading to dementia.<\/p>\n Dementia is more common among individuals aged 65 and older. However, younger individuals are not completely risk-free. If a parent has dementia, their children may also develop it at a younger age.<\/p>\n Historically, dementia was referred to as “senility” or “age-related dementia.” However, modern research indicates that while age increases the risk, dementia can develop at any stage of life.<\/p>\n A study by the Singapore National Institute of Neuroscience<\/strong> has shown that cases of dementia among young people have quadrupled in the last four years.<\/p>\n The primary causes of dementia include:<\/p>\n However, the leading cause of dementia is brain damage<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Dementia develops gradually over months or years. Initially, the affected person may not even realize they have dementia. Symptoms vary depending on the type but commonly include:<\/p>\n Dementia is often overlooked as a normal part of aging, leading to delayed diagnosis. Currently, there is no permanent cure<\/strong> for dementia, but early detection and treatment can slow its progression.<\/p>\n Certain medications help manage symptoms and improve quality of life. Additionally, maintaining a healthy lifestyle<\/strong> can prevent or delay cognitive decline.<\/p>\n Family support is crucial<\/strong>. Dementia patients eventually require assistance with basic activities like eating, sleeping, and personal care.<\/p>\n September 20<\/strong> is observed as World Dementia Awareness Day<\/strong> to educate people about the condition and encourage early diagnosis and prevention.<\/p>\n While there is no cure, certain lifestyle changes can reduce the risk of dementia:<\/p>\n Dementia is a growing global concern. While there is no cure, early awareness, a healthy lifestyle, and medical support<\/strong> can help manage and reduce the risk. Dementia patients are not insane<\/strong>; they need care, patience, and proper treatment<\/strong> to lead a better life.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Sakib is known as a brilliant student in his class. However, for the past few months, he has been struggling to remember things. Despite studying, he finds himself unable to write anything during exams. Gradually, he even starts forgetting his friends\u2019 names. The situation worsens when he realizes that he can\u2019t recall his phone number! […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":1854,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_uf_show_specific_survey":0,"_uf_disable_surveys":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[231],"tags":[422,420,423,421,409],"class_list":{"0":"post-2158","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-mental-health-en","8":"tag-brain-health","9":"tag-dementia","10":"tag-dementia-prevention","11":"tag-memory-loss","12":"tag-mental-health-en"},"yoast_head":"\nWhat is Dementia?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Who Can Develop Dementia?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Causes of Dementia<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Symptoms of Dementia<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Types of Dementia<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Treatment for Dementia<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Dementia Statistics<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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World Dementia Awareness Day<\/strong><\/h3>\n
How to Prevent Dementia<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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